Patio water features have been a big trend in gardens large and small this summer. Whether it’s a DIY micro pond or a statement planter water fountain, these garden features are taking over my Instagram feed.
However, for those who don’t have the budget for a £100+ water feature and love the idea of a budget DIY option but lack the execution skills, I’ve been hunting high and low to find an expensive looking ready made version under £100. Finally, this week I stumbled across a gem while scrolling through QVC: The Sara Davis Water Feature and Planter by Sara.
My curiosity was already piqued when I saw that the crafting queen and Dragon’s Den star had launched an outdoor collection on QVC, but I wasn’t prepared for the lengths I’d go to for an £80 water feature and planter. I’m snapping up the terracotta version for my garden as soon as payday rolls around.
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Sara Davis Water Feature and Planter by Sara
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Sara Davis Water Feature and Planter by Sara
The water feature comes in terracotta and blue, and is made up of two bowls, with geometric designs printed around the edges. The bottom bowl is a planter, which can be filled with trailing ivy, geraniums or easy-care succulents for the more classic. Mediterranean garden look.
The top bowl is filled with water, in which the fountain mechanism operates. When turned on, the shower LED light produces a soft glow and water bubbles gently from the upper bowl.
It is a small water feature, measuring 38cm in diameter and 22cm high, making it perfect for complementing. Small garden ideasStyled with a cluster of other containers. Alternatively, I like the idea of styling it on one Outdoor coffee table Or a side table to make it a big focal point on the patio. For a sleek look, pair it with matching Sara Davies Indoor Outdoor Geometric Pattern Side Table by Sara, £55 at QVC.
(Image credit: QVC)
I have been hunting around for similar Consider water featuresAnd as I said earlier, most versions on the high street that look as good as this come in at over £100. while you can Make your own DIY planter fountain For under £80, it will still easily cost you £20 just for a similar sized terracotta plant pot.
The water feature’s biggest drawback is that it is man-powered rather than solar-powered with a 2m cable. That’s actually a plus for my small north-facing garden, where I struggle to get enough sunlight to power my solar-powered garden lights.
However, if you don’t have an outdoor mains supply or want to put it in a far corner of the garden, you might want to look at one of these other water features I’ve found.
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Thompson & Morgan Water Lily Trio Patio Pond Kit + Marble Caesar Bowl 46 cm.
If you’re not committed to a fountain element, this patio pond kit is the perfect, affordable way to add a water feature to your garden. It comes with 3 x Bare Root Rhizome Water Lilies and includes everything you need to set up the pond.
The streetives
Streetwise Solar Powered Water Feature – Terracotta Pots
This solar powered water feature is the next closest affordable option that I have found. There is no planting space, but it can still be beautifully styled alongside a container for a beautiful display.
Valuelites
Natural ribbed ball solar water feature
If you prefer a more contemporary look, this sculptural ball with solar-powered water fountain will be right up your street.
I’m totally sold on the QVC planter water feature, but are you opting for a solar powered version instead?
